Dried Molokhia Leaves (Jute Mallow / Corchorus Olitorius) – Sortex Cleaned Export Grade

<p>We supply premium export-grade <strong>Dried Molokhia Leaves</strong> (<em>Corchorus olitorius</em>), also widely recognized across global markets as <strong>Jute Mallow, Mulukhiyah, or Jew's Mallow</strong>. Sourced from fertile Mediterranean and Levant agricultural valleys, hand-harvested, naturally sun-cured, and de-stemmed, our dried molokhia is celebrated for its deep olive-green color, earthy herbal aroma, crisp whole-leaf structure, and natural mucilaginous thickening properties when cooked. It is a staple commercial commodity supplied to Middle Eastern culinary distributors, ethnic food import houses, institutional foodservice brands, ready-to-eat soup packers, and retail packaging networks across the Gulf (GCC), Europe, and North America.</p>

<h3>Alternative Regional & Trade Names</h3>

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<li><strong>Common Trade Synonyms:</strong> Molokhia, Mulukhiyah, Molokhiya, Mloukhiya, Jew's Mallow, Jute Mallow, Egyptian Spinach, Bush Okra, Tussa Jute Leaves, Feuilles de Corète Potagère (Mloukhiya), Hojas de Molokhia, Mülûhiye / Molehiya</li>

<li><strong>Botanical Name:</strong> <em>Corchorus olitorius</em> L. (Family: Malvaceae / Tiliaceae)</li>

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<h3>Key Quality Focus: Leaf Integrity, Deep Green Hue & De-Stemming</h3>

<p>In international culinary trade—particularly across Egypt, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Jordan, and Lebanon—molokhia is graded on intact whole-leaf ratio, vibrant dark green color retention, and strict freedom from coarse woody stalks or yellowed foliage. Our mechanical cleaning, sieving, and optical sorting operations guarantee a <strong>purity rate of min. 99.0%</strong> with minimal broken leaf dust and maximum natural culinary flavor.</p>

<h3>Product Specifications & Analytical Standards</h3>

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<li><strong>HS Code:</strong> 0712.90.90.00 / 0712.90.80 (Dried vegetables, whole, cut, sliced, broken or in powder - Other) or 1211.90.86</li>

<li><strong>Available Grades &amp; Cuts:</strong>

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<li><strong>Whole Selected Leaves (Grade 1 / Extra):</strong> Hand-picked, uniform, unbroken dried broad leaves (virtually stem-free)</li>

<li><strong>Crushed / Broken Leaves (Traditional Culinary Cut: 3 mm – 8 mm):</strong> Ideal for traditional slow-simmered stew preparations</li>

<li><strong>Fine Molokhia Powder:</strong> 40 – 60 mesh (for instant dry sauce mixes and specialty soup formulations)</li>

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<li><strong>Purity:</strong> Min. 99.0% – 99.5% (Sortex cleaned, metal-detected, free from weeds, yellow leaves, and foreign matter)</li>

<li><strong>Moisture Content:</strong> Max. 8.0% – 9.5% (ensuring crispness without mold risk)</li>

<li><strong>Stalk / Stem Content:</strong> Max. 2.0% – 3.0% in whole leaf grade (strictly de-stemmed)</li>

<li><strong>Total Ash:</strong> Max. 9.0% – 10.0%</li>

<li><strong>Acid-Insoluble Ash:</strong> Max. 1.0% – 1.5%</li>

<li><strong>Origin:</strong> Mediterranean / Levant / Certified Origin</li>

<li><strong>Crop Season:</strong> Current Crop / Fresh Harvest</li>

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<h3>Packaging & Preservation Standards</h3>

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<li>Hydraulically compressed export bales (wrapped in protective food-grade woven PP sheets with tight poly straps) – 25 kg, 50 kg, or 75 kg per bale for freight volume optimization</li>

<li>10 kg or 15 kg multi-wall craft paper bags with food-grade inner PE liner (for fragile whole-leaf presentation)</li>

<li>Corrugated master cartons (5 kg / 10 kg) lined with food-grade polybags for retail repackers</li>

<li>Printed retail-ready clear bags (200g, 400g, 500g, 1kg) available for private label buyers</li>

<li>Custom batch barcodes, nutritional labeling, and palletization supported</li>

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<h3>Container Loading & Freight Logistics</h3>

<p>Because dried molokhia leaves are an exceptionally light, high-volume commodity, payload capacity depends heavily on packing method (loose bags/cartons vs. hydraulically compressed bales), strictly observing road safety limits and container payload limits:</p>

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<li><strong>20ft FCL Container:</strong>

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<li>Loose Standard Bags / Cartons: Approx. 4.0 – 5.5 MT</li>

<li>Compressed Bales: Approx. 8.5 – 10.5 MT</li>

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<li><strong>40ft High Cube (HC) FCL Container:</strong>

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<li>Loose Standard Bags / Cartons: Approx. 10.5 – 13.0 MT (utilizing full 68 – 72 CBM internal volume)</li>

<li>Compressed Bales: 22.0 – 24.5 MT (Strictly capped at the <strong>25 MT maximum legal container payload limit</strong>)</li>

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<li><strong>Standard Truck (Road Transport / Mega Tır 90–100 m³):</strong>

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<li>Loose Bags / Cartons: Approx. 11.0 – 14.0 MT (Volumetric trailer limit)</li>

<li>Compressed Bales: Approx. 22.0 – 24.5 MT (Strictly capped at <strong>max 25 MT legal road axle payload</strong>)</li>

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<h3>Quality Assurance & Export Documentation</h3>

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<li>Comprehensive official export paperwork: Official Phytosanitary Certificate, Certificate of Origin, Certificate of Analysis (CoA) confirming purity, moisture, and microbiological safety, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, and Bill of Lading / CMR.</li>

<li>Strict testing for pesticide residues compliant with European Commission (EU), Gulf Standardization Organization (GSO), and US FDA limits.</li>

<li>Flexible international trade terms: FOB, CFR, CIF, and DAP.</li>

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